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Old 05-19-14, 12:59 PM
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Originally Posted by bmore430
I love that wheel. I'm afraid to ask the cost lol looks very high quality. I would love this in black for my 2005. What was the shipping and wait time?
There's a link in the post above for price. This company ships first class, wait time was only a week.
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That price isn't too bad. Now you're gonna make me spend more money lol. How was the install? If you did it yourself share some details. Tools needed, tips, tricks etc.
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So, the shark fin is just for looks?
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Originally Posted by bmore430
That price isn't too bad. Now you're gonna make me spend more money lol. How was the install? If you did it yourself share some details. Tools needed, tips, tricks etc.
The best tip i could give you, is email the company to check if they have your wheel in stock before purchase. They are very nice to work with. I did the install myself and called up my local stealership to ask a question about torque wrench size. He said if your having problems bring it in. I'm like sure i will. I thought he would tell me $250. for the install. He quoted me 75 bucks but it was to late. My advice, go get the free coffee, old fashion donuts, car wash, sit back and relax.

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Old 05-19-14, 07:43 PM
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Originally Posted by ultm8mind
So, the shark fin is just for looks?
Yes! it does exactly the same thing as the one it's replacing.
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Sorry need to hold my iPhone on panoramic to get pics straightMy new steering wheel-securedownload.jpg

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Originally Posted by LUVMYLS430
The best tip i could give you is make sure you email the company, and make sure they have your wheel in stock before purchase. They are very nice to work with. I did the install myself and called up my local stealership to ask a question about torque wrench size. He said if your having problems bring it in. I'm like sure i will. I thought he would tell me $250. for the install. He quoted me 75 bucks but it was to late. My advice, go get the free coffee, old fashion donuts, car wash, sit back and relax.
That sounds crazy cheap for the dealer. At our local lexus dealer they'd probably want an hour or two labor and 250 bucks like you stated lol. They charge more than 75 for a non synthetic oil change
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checking picsMy new steering wheel-wheel.jpg

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My options:

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Btw, my favorite option is the smart key then bluetooth...

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Here's a pic to clearly show the LS460 shark fin and the trunk lip spoiler.


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Originally Posted by PHOUND5
Not trying to hijack this great thread. I have a 2002 with 100K miles. I am 6'5" 250 and replaced the front seat cushions this year with OEM replacement cushions . Substantial improvement in comfort. Recommended.
Where did you get the replacement cushion?
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Originally Posted by PHOUND5
Not trying to hijack this great thread. I have a 2002 with 100K miles. I am 6'5" 250 and replaced the front seat cushions this year with OEM replacement cushions . Substantial improvement in comfort. Recommended.

Im 6'4" 250 and I think im going to re-do my drivers cushion also, Local shop or did you go to dealer?

Thanx
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Originally Posted by 2004TOYO
Im 6'4" 250 and I think im going to re-do my drivers cushion also, Local shop or did you go to dealer?

Thanx
i went to a local custom upholstery shop had them take apart my seat and redo the seat padding and the padding underneath. Its firmer now, but i like it that way. Job cost was $200.00. He told me the factory padding was cheap. Mainly because of the air co. seats to let the air pass through. He stretched and cleaned the leather as a bonus

I would check with Sewell for the original seat padding if you want to go in that direction.

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Old 05-29-14, 01:47 PM
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Stopped by my local dealer for donuts and coffee. Also, checked out a new 460 with saddle int. pearl white sweet ride

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